Today in London, at the Emirates Stadium, the quarter-final match of the League Cup took place. Arsenal and Crystal Palace drew 1-1, with Arsenal winning 8-7 on penalties. In regular time, Arsenal took the lead in the 35th minute of the second half. Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix attempted to clear the ball after a corner but turned it into his own net. However, moments later, Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi could have equalized, but his shot from close range was blocked. In the penalty shootout, the first 15 players all scored their penalties. The only player who failed was Maxence Lacroix, whose shot was saved by Arsenal goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga. With this victory, Arsenal advanced to the semi-finals where they will face Chelsea in one of London's most famous derbies.
Arsenal beats Crystal Palace on penalties to reach League Cup semi-finals
Arsenal and Crystal Palace drew 1-1 in their League Cup quarter-final. Arsenal won the subsequent penalty shootout 8-7 to advance to the semi-finals, where they will face Chelsea in a London derby.